Entrants sought for Fischgaard film contest

Registration begins Monday for Fischgaard Short Film Project

April 03, 2007

From staff reports Registration begins Monday at 10 a.m. for this year's Fischgaard Short Film Project. The filmmaking competition runs Jan. 19 through 21. The Fischgaard Short Film Project was begun in 2004 and "has had filmmakers from three states competing," according to a news release. Registration takes place at the Aberdeen Community Theatre office, 417 S. Main St. Visit fischgaard.com or call (605) 225-2228 for more information and registration forms. "The Fischgaard Short Film Project's mission is to motivate independent filmmakers and to enhance film as art in South Dakota," according to the release. During the competition, filmmaking teams create a movie - writing, shooting and editing a four- to seven-minute film - all in one weekend. It is open to professionals and amateurs alike. The films are adjudicated and awards are handed out following the public viewing. "The Fischgaard Short Film Project is a chance for young filmmakers to add to their portfolio and for first-time filmmakers to gain valuable experience," said Tom Black, organizer of the Aberdeen event. Teams will draw their film's genre Jan. 19. At the same time, the filmmakers will receive a character, prop and line of dialogue that must appear in the film. Teams then race to create their film in 48 hours. On Jan. 21, audiences will have a chance to see the finished work on the big screen at Aberdeen's Capitol Theatre. Registration is limited and entrants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.